Fiona Pinder

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fiona Pinder — fair, white
1.2 million People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fiona Pinder is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Fiona is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world. The surname Pinder: Pinder is the surname of the following people: Andrew Pinder, British corporate director Beverley Pinder, Australian executive Branden Pinder, American baseball player Chad Pinder, American baseball player Charles Pinder, Anglican priest Cyril Pinder, American footballer Demetrius Pinder, Bahamian sprinter Enrique Pinder, Panamanian boxer George F. Pinder (born 1942), American engineer George Pinder (cricketer), 19th-century English cricketer Gerry Pinder, Canadian ice hockey player Herb Pinder, Canadian politician Holm Pinder, German footballer Jack Pinder, English football player James K. Fiona is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.2 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Fiona reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Fiona

Meaning: fair, white

Celtic

Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world.

Surname: Pinder

English

Pinder is the surname of the following people: Andrew Pinder, British corporate director Beverley Pinder, Australian executive Branden Pinder, American baseball player Chad Pinder, American baseball player Charles Pinder, Anglican priest Cyril Pinder, American footballer Demetrius Pinder, Bahamian sprinter Enrique Pinder, Panamanian boxer George F. Pinder (born 1942), American engineer George Pinder (cricketer), 19th-century English cricketer Gerry Pinder, Canadian ice hockey player Herb Pinder, Canadian politician Holm Pinder, German footballer Jack Pinder, English football player James K.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Fiona is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 50%
United States 25%
Australia 15%
Ireland 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Fiona by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Fiona has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Fionna
  • Ffiona
  • Fionnghuala

Notable People Named Fiona Pinder

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Fiona Pinder:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Fiona?
The first name Fiona originates from Celtic. Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world.
When was Fiona most popular?
The name Fiona reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Pinder?
The surname Pinder originates from English. Pinder is the surname of the following people: Andrew Pinder, British corporate director Beverley Pinder, Australian executive Branden Pinder, American baseball player Chad Pinder, American baseball player Charles Pinder, Anglican priest Cyril Pinder, American footballer Demetrius Pinder, Bahamian sprinter Enrique Pinder, Panamanian boxer George F. Pinder (born 1942), American engineer George Pinder (cricketer), 19th-century English cricketer Gerry Pinder, Canadian ice hockey player Herb Pinder, Canadian politician Holm Pinder, German footballer Jack Pinder, English football player James K.
What are the origins of the name Fiona Pinder?
The name Fiona Pinder combines two different traditions: the first name Fiona has Celtic roots, while the surname Pinder originates from English.
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